Giving residents less time on duty and more time to sleep was supposed to lead to fewer medical errors. But the latest …
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‘July Effect’ Revisited: Why Experienced Docs May Not Deliver the Best Care
“Don’t get sick in July.”
This is a common refrain in teaching hospitals. It’s driven by the academic calendar: July is when the new interns — fresh out of medical school — start work. It’s also when the senior …
Your Doctor’s Bedside Manner Could Affect Your Health
Even if your doctor doesn’t have the best beside manner, you’re probably willing to excuse her behavior as long as she treats your condition and makes you healthy again, right?
The July Effect: Why Summer is the Most Dangerous Time to Go to the Hospital
You can’t control when health emergencies occur, but if you had to go to the hospital, you’d probably be better off avoiding the summer months.